How long does Bottled Water Last? Bottled water that is free from contaminants when it is stored does not have an expiration date. This is reinforced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) who do not require expiration dates on bottled water in the US. However, many sources recommend a two year shelf life…
Cast Iron A Southern Tradition and a Mainstay of Pioneers While in ages past cast iron cookware could be found in nearly every kitchen in all parts of the country, they always seemed to hold a special place in southern kitchens and pioneer cooking. Sadly though, it seems in today’s time that the traditional cast…
With some careful preparation you can use a portable generator when it is raining or in other less than favorable conditions. Cover the generator to protect it from the rain, make sure that it is properly grounded and that none of your electrical parts are in pooling water. Why Is Rain a Factor That Affects…
What is off grid lighting? More people today are choosing to move off grid and the tiny home industry is booming. With land in the Midwest being relatively cheap many people choose that area to set up their tiny home and begin their off-grid lifestyle. However, they often have concerns about how they are going…
What is a Collard Green? Collard Greens are large leafy members of the cabbage family known as Brassica Oleracea. What this means in layman’s terms is that they are similar in consistency to cabbage but grow larger dark green leaves. Considered by some to be quite tasty, collard greens have long been a staple in…
The Original Maca Dutch Ovens At one point, the Maca Dutch oven was the preferred choice for extremely large dutch ovens. It had closed the gap and was considered among the best brands such as Griswold, Lodge and even Wagner. It stood at the top when it came to oversized cast iron Dutch Ovens. In…
What You Should Know to Survive in Your Vehicle during a Snowstorm If you are caught in a blizzard your first priority needs to be shelter and then a heat source. If you are in a vehicle then remain with the vehicle. Alternate running the engine and shutting off in 30 minute increments. This will…
The Dangers of Hypothermia and Extreme Cold Extreme cold can pose significant dangers to the human body. With temperatures in large portions of the US capable of dropping below freezing it is important to know how to deal with this cold if you are faced with less than ideal temperatures. It is estimated that hypothermia…
The Basics for Staying Warm when Camping in Snow with a Tent A lot of people decide to forgo camping in the winter due to concerns about low temperatures. However, if you take the proper precautions it is possible to enjoy winter camping and remain warm and dry while doing it. So read on to learn…